Compare Meta Quest 1 vs Meta Rift S
In this technical comparison between the Meta Quest 1 and the Meta Rift S, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
The display is a highlight, featuring a resolution of 1440×1600 per eye for the Quest 1 versus 2560×1440 total (1280×1440 per eye) for the Rift S.
Choosing between these two VR Headsets models often comes down to your budget, with prices around $399 (64GB) / $499 (128GB) and $399 (at launch).
| Specifications |
Meta Quest 1 |
Meta Rift S |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | May, 2019 | May 2019 |
| Display | ||
| Type | Dual PenTile OLED | Single Fast-Switch LCD (RGB Stripe) |
| Resolution | 1440×1600 per eye | 2560×1440 total (1280×1440 per eye) |
| Refresh rate | 72 Hz | 80Hz |
| Field of view | ~95° Horizontal | ~115° |
| Brightness | ~100 nits | Standard SDR (Not officially rated for high-peak nits) |
| HDR | No | Not supported |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Fresnel | 2nd Generation Fresnel Lenses (Reduced god rays) |
| IPD adjustment | Physical slider (58mm – 72mm) | Software-only (Fixed lens distance at 63.5mm) |
| Eye relief | Adjustable via glasses spacer (included) | Adjustable via a button on the bottom of the headset (Slides the visor forward/back) |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | 6DoF Inside-out | Oculus Insight (6DOF Inside-out tracking) |
| Controller tracking | IR Ring | 5 Integrated cameras on the headset |
| Hand tracking | Yes (Added via software update) | No |
| Eye tracking | No | No |
| Facial tracking | No | No |
| Performance | ||
| Processor / Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | None (PC-powered) |
| RAM | 4 GB | Dependent on PC (Minimum 8GB recommended) |
| Storage | 64 GB or 128 GB | None (Games are stored on the connected PC) |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | Yes (Grayscale, low resolution) | Passthrough+ (Monoscopic, Black & White) |
| Depth sensing | No | Software-based (Using camera parallax) |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Integrated spatial audio (strap-mounted) | Integrated directional speakers (located in the headband) |
| 3.5mm jack | No | Yes |
| Mic | Internal dual-microphone | Integrated dual-microphone array |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | USB-C (Supports Data & Charging) | 5-meter tethered cable (DisplayPort 1.2 and USB 3.0) |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | No |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | No |
| PCVR support | Oculus Link (Wired) & Air Link (Wireless) | Native (Primary mode) |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | Meta Quest Store, SteamVR (via Link) | Oculus Home, SteamVR, Viveport |
| Supported OS | Quest System Software | Windows |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | 571 g | 500g (Approx. 1.1 lbs) |
| Strap type | Rubberized semi-rigid "T-strap" | Halo Headband with rear tension dial (Lenovo design) |
| Face interface | Foam (removable) | Replaceable foam gasket |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 2 – 2.5 hours | N/A (Headset is powered via USB) |
| Charging method | USB-C (15W) | No |
| External battery support | Yes (via USB-C power banks) | Not required; controllers use 1x AA battery each |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Headset, 2 Controllers, 15W Plug, AA Batteries, Spacer | Rift S Headset, 2x Touch Controllers, Headset Cable (5m), Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort adapter, 2x AA batteries |
| Price | $399 (64GB) / $499 (128GB) | $399 (at launch) |
| Full Details | Quest 1 - Full Specifications | Rift S - Full Specifications |